"On the occasion of Gujarat Day, warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Gujarat. May the state scale newer heights of development in the years to come," President Kovind tweeted.

President Ram Nath Kovind and PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday took to Twitter to wish the people of Gujarat and Maharashtra on their Statehood Day.

"On the occasion of Gujarat Day, warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Gujarat. May the state scale newer heights of development in the years to come," President Kovind tweeted.

"On Maharashtra Day, greetings and good wishes to the people of Maharashtra. May the state continue to prosper and develop in the years to come," he said in another tweet.

The prime minister also wished people of both the states. "Gujarat has made a significant contribution in our nation's history, especially during the freedom movement. May Gujarat continue to add impetus to India's progress," PM Narendra Modi tweeted.

Extending his greetings to Maharashtra, he said: "I pray for the continued progress and prosperity of Maharashtra. May the state scale new heights and keep contributing to the development journey of our nation."